1. MIKE (born Michael Jo… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists using this name:
1. MIKE (born Michael Jordan Bonema on October 13th, 1998) is a rapper originally from New Jersey but currently based out of New York City. He usually drops his projects on either of the solstices (June 21st or December 21st) each year.
2. MIKE is a punk rock band from Stockholm, Sweden.
MIKE started in January 2006 by Joel, Fredrik, Viktor and Jesper. The four guys from the southern part of Stockholm/Sweden had all played in different bands for years. Back in 1996 Viktor started a band called No Division with a friend. Jesper joined the band in 2000 (then called Pronoid), where they both played for five years. Joel played in the band Dechas, who released an EP on DayGlo Records in 2000 and an album on Shutdown Records in Australia in 2002. Fredrik had been playing in the band In Memory Of Me and in different bands before that. Jesper and Joel played together from time to time for a while and they both love punk rock, and when Jesper quit Pronoid they started talking about playing punk together. They talked to their old friends Viktor and Fredrik and started jamming some of Jespers songs and the result is what today is known as the band MIKE. After about a year our good friend Fredrik decided to quit the band to play with a reggae band from Uppsala. We then tried out two drummers but decided to pick one of Joel's old friends, Totte. He'd earlier been the drummer in bands like Milk bar, Devoured, Songea and Simpleton. Experience and routine was a fact. He'd actually only been in the band for about a week when he performed his first show with MIKE, and a week after that we went into the studio to record a couple of songs.
3. "mike" is an electro artist from Utrecht, Holland.
He has released one full album so far called "GALAXY" which was released in 2009, followed by the release of the SCARS single in 2010. mike then began to prepare a new album but that didn't go too well since school and a lot of personal and private issues came into the way. The album will soon be finished, sources say.
4. Mike is an Indonesian Idol season 2 Winner.
5. Mike is a greek pop-dance singer, known for his collaboration with the popular band REC with the song "Ase me na s'agapo"/"Say you love me tonight". Hi debut single is called "Love me like you say".
Zap!
Mike Lyrics
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A city-wide explorer, world-wide tourer
The city life a horror, shitty times assured us
Taka my enforcer, sittin' tight, understand
Hear me writing more of it
Pretty lights always ease the bridges that I tour
Niggas dry and now we take the trips to find water
I'm living life, I might hit the strip before I 'cord it
Magician MIKE, said I got a hypnotizing aura
Enterprise, notice you can sympathize with war stuff
Pick a price, only take the hits you could afford, bruh
Took the hot torture and a spliff to hide the boredom
Niggas lie, orchestrate the clips and I score 'em
Pick a side, homie don't talk shit up on the forums
I been demised, how my family rich until I'm born?
How does Little Fi walk me through the blizzard and the storm?
Disfigured and distorted, she diggin' my report
I circle lies and issues, now the missions' to the court
I prickle like a thorn
Be civilized and niggas have to kick me to the floor
It's business ties, like a nigga in a morgue
Flying on the map, I'ma die and lead the pack
I can't be your dad, niggas dyin' over cash
Lil' dummy on my ass, guess we flying, where we at?
I can't keep the stacks, I be buying what they have
Guess I tried at the past, I hit Navin for the cash
Still ain't see the 'set, I got fried for just that
Now I'm flying on the map, I'ma die and lead the pack
I can't be your dad, niggas dyin' over cash
Lil' dummy on my ass, guess we flying, where we at?
I can't keep the stacks, I be buying what they have
I got, at the past, I hit Navin for the
Still ain't see the 'set, I got fried for just that
Now I'm flying on the map, I'ma die and lead the pack
I can't be your dad, niggas dyin' over cash
Lil' dummy on my ass, guess we flying, where we at?
I can't keep the stacks, I be buying what they have
Guess I tried at the past, now
Tell me what's the path
Africa and African art
Now, when I look at these objects, I can see Africa, stick with me
And maybe you can see Africa in these objects too
The lyrics of Mike's song "Zap!" delve into various themes and personal reflections. The opening lines highlight Mike's perspective as an explorer, both within his city and worldwide. He expresses a sense of discontent with the city life, describing it as a horror and assuring the listeners about the hardships they face. The mention of Taka as his enforcer suggests a sense of protection or support in navigating through these difficulties.
Mike goes on to mention the allure of pretty lights that provide solace during his tours, contrasting them with the grim nights and lack of decorum he encounters. This juxtaposition illustrates the stark realities that he faces. The following lines hint at the challenge of finding water, both literally and metaphorically, which symbolizes sustenance and replenishment for his life. He mentions potentially recording his experiences on the strip â a reference to his artistic expression and documenting his journey.
The mention of Magician Mike and his hypnotizing aura suggests an element of mystique and fascination surrounding the artist. Mike implies that he sympathizes with the concept of war and other hardships due to his enterprise. He discusses choosing the price one can afford to pay, indicating a calculated approach to the challenges he encounters. The spliff, or joint, is mentioned as a coping mechanism to hide his boredom and possibly escape the reality he faces.
The following lines touch upon deception and orchestration, suggesting that people lie and manipulate situations to achieve their own gains. Mike emphasizes the importance of picking a side, urging others to not engage in empty gossip and instead make meaningful choices. He reflects on how his family's wealth comes into play even before his birth, indicating a preconceived privilege and possibly social inequality.
The second verse explores themes of flying, both metaphorically and literally. Mike takes on a leadership role, mentioning leading the pack and taking the forefront. He reveals his inability to fulfill the role of a father figure, possibly due to the dangers associated with pursuing wealth. The phrase "niggas dyin' over cash" speaks to the high risk and violence often associated with financial acquisition.
Mike reflects on his past endeavors, suggesting that he has attempted to secure wealth and material possessions but possibly faced obstacles and setbacks. The mention of Navin may refer to a person or place associated with financial pursuits. In these lines, he also acknowledges that he has yet to fully realize success, as he got "fried" or burned in the process. This could imply experiencing failure or negative consequences.
The final lines shift the focus to Africa and African art. Mike invites the listeners to view objects with him and find Africa within them. This could be interpreted as an invitation to embrace African culture or perspectives, encouraging unity and a deeper exploration of identity and heritage.
Overall, "Zap!" touches upon themes of personal struggles, social inequalities, the pursuit of wealth, and a call to connect with African roots. It showcases Mike's introspection and offers a glimpse into his experiences and observations.
Line by Line Meaning
A city-wide explorer, world-wide tourer
I am someone who explores the city and travels the world extensively.
The city life a horror, shitty times assured us
Living in the city can be dreadful, and we often experience tough times.
Taka my enforcer, sittin' tight, understand
Taka, my trusted enforcer, always has my back and stays alert.
Hear me writing more of it
Listen to me as I continue to write and express myself.
Pretty lights always ease the bridges that I tour
Beautiful lights along the bridges I visit bring me comfort and happiness.
Stuck in grimmy nights, dishing any filling of decorum
I find myself trapped in dark and unpleasant nights, ignoring any sense of proper behavior.
Niggas dry and now we take the trips to find water
People around me are lacking inspiration, so we go on trips to find new sources of creativity.
I'm living life, I might hit the strip before I 'cord it
I enjoy living my life to the fullest, and I might visit a lively area before documenting it.
Magician MIKE, said I got a hypnotizing aura
People see me as a captivating figure with an aura that can mesmerize others.
Enterprise, notice you can sympathize with war stuff
In the business world, you can understand and relate to the struggles and conflicts that arise.
Pick a price, only take the hits you could afford, bruh
Choose wisely and only engage in ventures and challenges that you can handle.
Took the hot torture and a spliff to hide the boredom
I endured intense difficulties and used marijuana to escape from the monotony.
Niggas lie, orchestrate the clips and I score 'em
People deceive others, set up situations, and I succeed in taking advantage of them.
Pick a side, homie don't talk shit up on the forums
Choose your allegiance, my friend, and don't engage in unnecessary online arguments.
I been demised, how my family rich until I'm born?
I come from a wealthy family, but how will I benefit from it if I am not yet born?
How does Little Fi walk me through the blizzard and the storm?
How does a dear friend guide and support me during difficult times?
Disfigured and distorted, she diggin' my report
Despite my flaws and challenges, she appreciates and understands my perspective.
I circle lies and issues, now the missions' to the court
I navigate through deceit and problems, and now it's time to resolve them legally.
I prickle like a thorn
I am sensitive and easily provoked, much like a prickly thorn.
Be civilized and niggas have to kick me to the floor
Even when I try to be civilized, people resort to violence and bring me down.
It's business ties, like a nigga in a morgue
Business connections can be suffocating and limiting, just like being confined in a morgue.
Flying on the map, I'ma die and lead the pack
I'm soaring through life, ready to take risks and be a leader.
I can't be your dad, niggas dyin' over cash
I can't take responsibility for others' actions, especially when they result in death due to greed.
Lil' dummy on my ass, guess we flying, where we at?
I have a naive person constantly following me, and we're flying high, but not sure where we'll end up.
I can't keep the stacks, I be buying what they have
I struggle to hold onto wealth because I spend it all on acquiring what others possess.
Guess I tried at the past, I hit Navin for the cash
I attempted to make things right in the past, and now I'm reaching out to Navin for financial support.
Still ain't see the 'set, I got fried for just that
I haven't witnessed the sun setting yet, and I faced negative consequences just for wanting to experience it.
Tell me what's the path
Please guide me and show me the right direction to take.
Africa and African art
Let's talk about Africa and the fascinating world of African art.
Now, when I look at these objects, I can see Africa, stick with me
As I examine these objects, they evoke a strong connection to Africa, so stay with me and explore this together.
And maybe you can see Africa in these objects too
Perhaps, through my perspective, you can also perceive Africa's essence within these objects.
Lyrics Š Songtrust Ave
Written by: Michael Bonema
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